The final gift guide is here! Are you waiting until the last minute to find the perfect present? Have you looked at thousands of gift ideas over the past few weeks and are still confused? Don’t worry, I’m here to help. Here are some practical gifts that are a tried-and-true tradition in my household. Fancy gifts usually end up in a big fuss. A dream vacation! A new car! The TV commercials are hyping it up nonstop this holiday season! But let’s be honest, Love They are perfect as gifts for everyday essentials. For example, I received some thoughtful necessities, Use your own money? dream.
Below you’ll find 16 different personas (based on my real-life friend groups) and some gift ideas for them. These gifts will be shipped immediately and actually It’s useful (I’m an average American woman and I can attest to that) and the recipient feels “thank you” I get that comment all the time. Let me start with my favorite recommendation…
Chronic dehydration
Thermo Flask | Stanley Quencher
My people. Everybody needs water. I Thermo Flask It’s durable (it can withstand being dropped multiple times) and reasonably priced. Quencher (If you’ve ever heard a loved one utter the phrase “hot girl walk,” choose Quencher. Orchid, lavender, and citron are safe colors.)
Girl’s Girl
Wavy Talk Heat Brush | Baby Foot Peel | Heated sanitary belt
She’s quick to give compliments and offer up a sip of her drink. She’s a girl’s girl. Take care of her hair with this affordable hair care product. The hot topic of hot brushes(My hair received more compliments than ever before. Read the full review here.) Skip the face mask lucky bags and pick this one up. Iconic Foot Peel(If she loves popping pimples, she’ll love this grossness. In a good way, of course.) And let’s be honest… everyone who has a period should have one of these Cramp Relief Belt I’ll keep one on hand just in case (Brenda bought me one in 2022 and I’m a huge fan).
Workaholic
Upgraded Keyboard | Multi-function charging | USB to iPhone 15 Cable
When dealing with numbers, Keyboard with dedicated numeric keypad It’s an unexpected upgrade that makes everyday life a lot easier. Coolant Charging Pad It can wirelessly charge your iPhone and AirPods (it even has a port for connecting your watch!). If you’re upgrading to the iPhone 15 this holiday season (or if you’re planning on upgrading someone in your family), learn from experience: the world isn’t upgrading with you! USB-C to USB-A Charger So you can charge your new phone using a traditional USB plug in the car or on an airplane, on an old desktop computer, on an old USB brick, etc. It’s a small thing.
CleanTok Enthusiast
Electric Spin Brush | Little Green Machine | 3-in-1 Vacuum/Mop Combo
If they spend their free time scrolling through #cleantok, they’ll probably be outraged by this. The very famous Spin Brush(I have to admit, there is something very It’s refreshing to see people using it to scrub their showers and grout. Green Machine A must-have for pet owners, this new Tineco Vacuum Cleaner/Mop return time Free time (a great gift, especially for parents – read Arlin’s review here. See Em’s vacuum cleaner in action here!).
(Mostly) Responsible Car Owners
Portable Jump Starter | Portable Tire Air Compressor | A local car wash or car wash service
Look, I get it! A car gift isn’t sexy, immediately understandable, or exciting to open! But let’s be clear: when they’re alone in a strange place… Parking lot with broken down car Or when they find themselves stranded miles from a gas station with barely any tires left, they will be eternally grateful. (No joke.) Air Compressor Saved my life this year! Works for bikes and basketball too! Plus, give away a local, clean car Car wash or car detailing professional – What could be more relaxing than returning to a freshly vacuumed car?
I like interior design
Etsy Gift Cards | cheap old house books
Pro Tip: Etsy Gift CardsYou can choose from a variety of items, including handmade, custom made, and vintage.I know you have a wide and discerning palate and I want you to choose something that you can’t find anywhere else.Coffee table books are also a great idea (decoration is read? That’s great. And I think Cheap old books is a great choice this year. It has just been released and showcases beautifully restored, architecturally diverse homes. Very inspiring content!
Frequent flyer
Tortoise Pillow | Aircraft footrest | In-flight Wi-Fi
of Tortoise Pillow It’s lightweight, easy to carry and provides great neck support. Airplane footrest It’s surprisingly effective at relieving leg pain during long-haul flights (it’s best recommended for people under 5’4″ tall, but I’m 5’8″ and have short legs, and it worked for me. I wouldn’t recommend it for really tall people, though.) But the real draw here? The in-flight Wi-Fi pass. So Since flying is expensive ($10 for 30 minutes?!) and most people don’t travel much domestically, there’s no need to pay the high cost of a season ticket. Purchasing a few passes for your favorite airlines is a very underrated act of kindness. Passes for United, Alaska, and Air Canada flights are: In-flight Wi-FiOther passes can be purchased directly from the airline (Google the airline’s name + “wifi pass” for details).
Dad at the airport
Packing Cubes | Toiletry Capsule System | TSA Pre, CLEAR, or Global Entry
Put on the Home Depot theme song. Airport Dad’s friend is here! (You know the type: the one who gets to the airport 4 hours early, is insanely prepared, and has a Mary Poppins-esque magic bag that contains everything from the local pharmacy.) Anyway, buy him something. Sweet Packing Cubes or Satisfying toiletry storage (Dennis gave this to me a year and a half ago and it’s worth the fuss! Much better than a bottle that takes up too much space.) Or, TSA PreCheck, clearor Global Entry(Added bonus: many credit cards will reimburse you for these fees, so it’s like a free gift!)
Gamer
If your loved one is obsessed with Twitch, gift card You’ll be able to subscribe to your favorite streamers, which will unlock some perks across the site. But what better way to spend your money than with your favorite video game currency? Dennis has been playing EA FC lately (the soccer thing; it’s had over 11 million players since launching earlier this year, so there’s a good chance this idea will work for someone in your life, too!). So I’ll be sharing some FC Pointswhich will (hopefully) help him achieve his in-game goals (pun unintended). I think this is a pretty cool idea 🙂 Especially for someone who normally doesn’t spend money on in-game purchases!
City Dwellers
Stair-climbing rolling cart | Rattan Market Cart
All I can say about these carts is that they are already perfect. This was stated in the tweet (I’m waiting). Super functional Stair climbing cart (Great for grocery shopping! Laundry! Going to the flea market! Taking cans to recycle!) But I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t secretly (no, no, secretly) obsessed with this one. Chic rattan versionI can’t wait to go to my local farmers market and buy organic produce, fresh flowers, and crusty bread.
MasterChef
Adjustable rolling pin | A thoughtfully designed apron | Orb Gloves
If you know your way around a kitchen, why not give it a little upgrade? rolling pin It comes with a silicone spacer so you can adjust the thickness of the fabric or leather. A timeless apron It features built-in potholders, extra-long straps and deep pockets. Orb Gloves This is a recent recommendation from the Father’s Day Gift Guide of Les Bunge, EHD MVD (of course the most important dad) (he knows what he’s talking about!).
The microwave master
Air Fryer Liners | Silicone Lid
Honestly, this section is perfect for me. I love it. Silicone insert For your air fryer – makes cleaning so much easier! And these Silicone Lid They’re also great for storing food. Place them on bowls to protect against spills in the microwave, seal dishes in the fridge, keep food warm at the table, the possibilities are endless. (If they’re out of stock, they might be out of stock because they’re that good!) Affordable Highly rated dummy.
Family-oriented
Ember Heated Mug | DoorDash Gift Cards | slipper
A hot drink, a meal on the couch at your favorite restaurant, and warm, cozy feet? Sign up! Ember is a classic (Em’s review here!), and These Ugg slippers They’re high quality, incredibly comfortable (if you’re a Gen Z parent, your child may have requested the sold-out Tasmans; this is the next best thing!), and… DoorDash No explanation needed, right? (PS: This is also my go-to gift for new parents.)
Sociable butterfly
Uber Gift Cards | Lyft Gift Cards
Do you know what your most extroverted friend is? actually Do you need it? Stop spending a fortune on monthly transportation! Uber or Lyft Gift Cards (Or, let’s be honest, both. You can choose the more affordable service at the time, so each gift literally helps go that little bit further!).
Media mogul
YouTube Premium | The Criterion Collection | Basic Streaming
It is recommended YouTube Premium It’s a gift. I gave it to Dennis last year and he requested it again. It’s a bit of a pain (you have to buy a Google Play gift card for the subscription cost of $140, which is a bit of a pain to redeem for a YouTube subscription, but it’s worth it when he watches as many videos as my boyfriend does :)). The Criterion Collection is actually an idea I stole from Dennis’ current streaming service. He’s a huge movie fan and I’ve never seen anyone highlight the Criterion Collection. Criterion Collection Services!And of course, in a pinch, you could always pay for a year of your favorite streaming service (or gift them a service they don’t already have – I’d say the only one I don’t have is a Paramount+ subscription).
Forever forgetful
I almost forgot. (The irony?) AirTags have proven to be incredibly useful over the past few years, meaning you’ll never lose your luggage, keys, or wallet again. (Pro tip: Enclose a keychain like this one so you won’t accidentally lose your AirTags. As a woman who’s lost four driver’s licenses in 2023, I can tell you that those of us with memory issues need all the help we can get.)
Phew. Okay. What do you think? Any other good recommendations? We’re listening. xx
Opening photo credits: Photographer: Caitlin Green | Source: The Official First Farmhouse Christmas! (+ Awesome Bow Hacks and the Color Palette of My Dreams)
Source: Shopping – Emily Henderson – stylebyemilyhenderson.com
